Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated ISRO, NewSpace India Ltd (NSIL) and IN-SPACe after the Indian space agency's heaviest rocket on its maiden commercial mission successfully placed 36 broadband communication satellites of a UK-based customer into the intended orbits.

"Congratulations @NSIL_India @INSPACeIND @ISRO on the successful launch of our heaviest launch vehicle LVM3 with 36 OneWeb satellites meant for global connectivity. LVM3 exemplifies Atmanirbharta & enhances India's competitive edge in the global commercial launch service market," he said.

Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Nitin Gadkari tweeted "A Proud moment for New India! #ISRO successfully launched LVM3-M2/OneWeb India-1 Mission from Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), SHAR, Sriharikota. Congratulations to @isro and @NSIL_India for a successful lift off!"

While, Minister of Law & Justice Kiren Rijiju tweeted saying that it was a “perfect Diwali gift”.

"Momentous achievement! India consolidates its place in the global satellites launch market. @isro successfully launches 36 OneWeb satellites. All 36 satellites placed into intended orbits. Heartiest congratulations to scientists & technicians on this feat!" wrote Hardeep Singh Puri.

Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu tweeted "Our aspirations soar, our actions skyrocket!".

OneWeb Ltd is the UK-based customer of NSIL, ISRO's commercial arm, and a global communication network powered from space, enabling internet connectivity for governments and businesses.

Bharti Enterprises is one of the major investors in OneWeb.